The UK is angry at Spain for chasing boats into its territory. Enough already.

A Filipino soldier patrols the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea. The US is considering sending aircrafts and warships to patrol the disputed area, which is claimed by China and four other Southeast Asian countries.
EPA/RITCHIE B. TONGO / POOLMay 14, 2015

What is the quickest route to international recognition? Aspiring states may try to ally themselves with a great power, lobby national governments, or even try to enlist the support of celebrities, which…